AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoProduct Safety: A recall covers about 3.6 million Little Giant ladders sold at Costco, Lowe’s and other retailers after reports of sudden retraction linked to 19 injuries, including head injuries and fractures. Food Safety: USDA issued a nationwide health alert for frozen meat and poultry products over undeclared allergens. Holiday Shopping: Visa forecasts 4.5% holiday sales growth as consumers prioritize gifts, while sentiment improved despite inflation concerns; Walmart’s three holiday sale events run Nov. 12 to Dec. 2. Consumer Protection: The FTC and Washington state are challenging a payment processor’s sales and cancellation practices. Food Prices: Spain is holding back 12% of its olive-oil harvest as a bumper crop pushes prices lower, a move that could affect shoppers as more supply reaches the market.
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